A Cleethorpes convenience store has been ranked among the top 100 independent local shops in the UK.

Today’s Extra Fiveways, in Carr Lane, was handed the accolade by the Independent Achievers Academy, with judges praising the store for the way it “delivers a great experience for its shoppers”.

Fiveways, as the store is known locally, is owned by the Grimsby-based Ramsden Group, and has undergone a major transformation following extensive renovation, refurbishment and expansion of the premises prior to its re-opening in 2016.

Its owners say it is now one of the busiest convenience shops in North East Lincolnshire, and also incorporates a seven-days-a-week Post Office and a Subway outlet. The store’s main supplier is the Grimsby Dee Bee Wholesale depot, which is also part of the Ramsden Group.

Today's Extra Fiveways has been ranked among the top 100 best local independent shops (Image: Today's)

Nick Ramsden, the group’s managing director, said the top 100 listing was recognition for the hard work and investment that has made Fiveways an “important” shop in the community.

He added: “In selecting its top 100, the Academy carries out a robust assessment of the shop and its staff and a great deal of credit must go to our manager, Kirsty Johnston, and her team.

“Two years ago, we launched our Ramsden Schools Initiative, an annual project involving Fiveways and local school children. Last year, it was the World of Food, demonstrating how we source and transport food from all corners of the world, while this year youngsters took part in a competition to highlight the impact plastic waste is having on our environment.

“The work is not only popular with the children but it is also helping Fiveways to put something back into its local community.”